Construction is considered as one of the most relevant sectors in terms of environmental impacts, due to the significant use of raw materials, fossil energy consumption and the consequent Greenhouse Gases emissions. The use of […]
Environmental impacts and decarbonization strategies in the cement and concrete industries
The use of cement and concrete, among the most widely used man-made materials, is under scrutiny. Owing to their large-scale use, production of cement and concrete results in substantial emission of greenhouse gases and places […]
Shifting sand: Why we’re running out of aggregate
With global demand for building sand tripling in the last 20 years, unregulated sand mining is decimating rivers and coastlines in the developing world, enabled by political corruption and “sand mafias”. This article outlines the […]
Alternative, safer, dignified sustainable, affordable housing in South Africa – Venice Architectural Biennale, 2021
In partnership with the Block Research Group, based at ETH Zurich, the exhibit presents innovative material and construction methods that have the potential to provide safe and dignified housing in South Africa in a more […]